Sam's SMART GOALS

Personal Goal: I will create a better sleeping schedule for myself so I am not going to bed at 3 in the morning every night anymore.

Academic Goal: I will earn my associate's degree at Tyler Junior College in 2 years with a 3.5 GPA or higher.

Motivators:

I would do better in class and at work.

I would feel more happy and alive.

I would be more alert and active.

My health would improve.

Date: February 8, 2017 and onward

Things to do:

I need to tell my friends that I can't do anything past that designated time in which I need to go to bed.

I need to set a designated time where I go to bed every night and keep it as consistent as possible.

I need to shut my phone off at that designated time so it is not a distraction.

Barriers:

My friends are always inviting me out to do fun things at night.

My phone and TV are constantly accessible in my room when I am trying to go to sleep.

Accomplishment:

I would have more motivation to complete all of the tasks set for me and my overall health would be much better than it is currently.

Financial Goal: I will get a job at a restaurant or pizza place by the end of the month February and raise some money.

Things to do:

Date: February 1, 2017 to March 1, 2017

Barriers

Motivators:

Accomplishment:

I am going to Germany for Spring Break and could use the extra money for the trip.

I am attending college and I need the money to spend on necessities such as groceries and school materials.

It would give me more work experience for future jobs.

I would gain a sense of purpose or accomplishment and that would make me feel good about myself.

I need to set up interviews for the jobs that I want.

I need to fill out the job applications necessary.

I need to look for jobs through the internet and walking in.

I would raise some income for myself to save and spend on what I need and I would feel a sense of accomplishment and like I am doing something to improve my future.

I do not live in Tyler permanently. I live in Dallas. So i would not be able to work during the summer because I have no where to stay during summer break.

I am in college and I am busy with school work

Things to do:

Date: August 2016-May 2018

Barriers:

Motivators:

Accomplishments:

It would allow me to provide for my family in the future.

It would end up helping me get a better job in the future.

It would help me get accepted into a better university .

The promise of a better education.

I need to study hard and stay focused .

I need to apply for every opportunity that benefits me and my education.

I need to show up for my classes.

My motivation could not be as high as it should be.

I still do not know entirely what I want to do in the future. I am not 100% positive that I want to major in psychology.

I will have a stronger foundation for my future. I will get a better job, education, and life in general.